Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Wealth structures: Are they still in favour?

In a tougher regulatory world and one where our digital footprints appear largely indelible, the theory is that tight, professionally honed structures are the way forward.

Report: Ireland a safe haven for Asian FSCs post-Brexit

The report, which was published last week, states that in a post-Brexit world Asian financial institutions are particularly concerned about risk and uncertainty.

Rising global cities: ones to watch in 2018 - Schroders

As investors in global cities we compile a quarterly index using a number of factors to identify the most economically vibrant cities.

China’s Rich List 2018: who are the nation’s wealthiest man and woman?

Jiemian.com list of 1,000 richest billionaires ranks Tencent’s Ma Huateng, on 282 billion yuan, as top man and Yang Huiyan, on 149 billion yuan, top woman

The rich turns to Singapore to evade China’s grip on Hong Kong’s financial centre

This is what the high-net-worth individuals control in Hong Kong and almost half of it is already offshore, said consulting firm Capgemini SE to Bloomberg.

Can DBS' Wealth Unit Rise to the Challenge?

Tomorrow's results will indicate how close that wish is.

Volatility’s return is a lifeline for becalmed bankers

What investment banks needed was good old-fashioned uncertainty, and this week’s stock market tumble seems to have delivered that

Global legal services in a disruptive world: Big Law versus New Law

The research findings shine a light on how the legal sector is adjusting to meet the needs of ever-demanding global clients

Who let the dogs out?! Woof, woof-woof

Calling all stargazers - prick up your ears

Fast forward to thriving independent wealth management in Hong Kong

Another panellist explained that after the 2008 financial crisis, private banks simply aimed to get bigger, but not necessarily better.

Industrial Bank of Korea to take over Indonesia's Bank Agris

Buying small lender opens up Southeast Asia's most populous market

How China’s “Spoiled” Second Generation Rich Help Their Parents’ Businesses

Not all second and third generations are interested in pursuing a pure consumer lifestyle.

HSBC: Expats ride on Asia growth with Malaysia a place to settle

Once expats settle down, life continues to be positive for most of them

Stock Rout Cuts Fortune Of Asia's Richest Man Ma Huateng By $4B

The continuing global stock rout that took a bite out of the wealth of America’s richest overnight hit many of Asia’s top billionaires today.

Leaving a bank? Survival tips for success as an Independent Wealth Manager

I said to myself ‘enough is enough’ and began planning for my new life as an independent wealth manager.

Understanding the requirements of Asia’s HNWIs and entrepreneurs

With the focus on increased regulation across the globe and the drive towards greater transparency, HNW individuals must pay even more attention to using well-run, reputable jurisdictions.

Wealth management growth seen slowing

Financial institutions in the banking sector sold new wealth management products worth 173.59 trillion yuan last year.

Wealth migration: 7,000 super-rich Indians shifted base last year

According to the report by New World Wealth, 7,000 ultra- rich Indians shifted overseas in 2017. In 2016, the figure stood at 6,000, while in 2015 as many as 4,000 millionaires shifted base.

Hurun Report: Rich Chinese Prefer Gifting Apple, Chanel, and Bvlgari

Despite a crackdown on corruption, luxury gifting remains a deeply entrenched social norm in Chinese society.

Where’s all the money going? 7,000 super-rich Indians shifted base in 2017

India is home to 3,30,400 high net worth individual. Globally, India was ranked 9th in this aspect.

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